Market News
The Dark Side of Higher Yields
Wall Street Journal - 10 Aug 2013 03:29
Income-hungry investors have flocked to energy-focused master limited partnerships and MLP funds this year. Yet risks are rising, and taxes can be hazardous.
Did You Miss Your Chance to Make a Real-Estate Killing?
Wall Street Journal - 10 Aug 2013 03:18
Many investors are still hailing the rebounding housing market as a bargain, but some valuation measures indicate many markets are now fairly priced.
Financial Planning for Egg Freezing
Wall Street Journal - 10 Aug 2013 03:18
More women, postponing children and marriage, are freezing their eggs--and retooling estate plans to protect their heirs.
Open Warfare on J.C. Penney Board
Wall Street Journal - 10 Aug 2013 06:23
J.C. Penney's board broke into open warfare, threatening to distract top managers and hobble the search for a new chief executive at a crucial moment in the retailer's attempt to turn itself around.
Looking for Bargains in Emerging Markets
Wall Street Journal - 10 Aug 2013 02:50
Emerging markets might look bleak, but investors willing to focus on specific sectors are finding a much brighter picture.
Muni Bonds After Detroit
Wall Street Journal - 10 Aug 2013 02:48
In the wake of Detroit's bankruptcy filing, some financial advisers are selling their Michigan municipal bonds, as others hunt for bargains.
The Right Tax Adviser for the Times
Wall Street Journal - 10 Aug 2013 02:29
Beware of flawed tax strategies from financial advisers who don't know what they're doing.
Muni-Bond Buyers Seeking Safety
Wall Street Journal - 10 Aug 2013 02:18
Investors in municipal bonds are turning to safer corners of the bond markets in the wake of Detroit's bankruptcy filing.